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3 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home in 2020 | MyKCM

It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think about making new memories in new spaces, but we can have deep sentimental attachments to the homes we’re leaving behind, too. Growing emotions can help or hinder a sale, depending on how we manage them.

When it comes to the bottom line, homeowners need to know what it takes to avoid costly mistakes. Being mindful of these things and prepared for the process can help you avoid some of the most common mishaps when selling your house.

1. Overpricing Your Home

When inventory is low, like it is in the current market, it’s common to think buyers will pay whatever we ask for when we price our homes. Believe it or not, that’s far from the truth. Don’t forget that the buyer’s bank will…

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Staying Safe for the Upcoming School Year

Back To School

It’s almost that time…back to school. Time for new supplies, new clothes, new haircuts and new routines.

Here in Brookings, we have several schools, Hillcrest Elementary, Medary Elementary, Dakota Prairie Elementary, Camelot Intermediate, Mickelson Middle School, and Brookings High School- all of which children of all ages can drive, ride, or walk to every day. When the kids are back, we as drivers/parents/caretakers need to be ready too. Here are some helpful tips and safety reminders.

Walking or Riding to a New School

It’s always a good idea to walk/ride with your children the first couple of days to a new school so they know the way and feel comfortable and safe. Review the standard rules of…

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To rent or to own; that is the question. Well, let’s break it down, shall we?

Renting

Sure, renting can have its benefits. Maybe you’re not responsible for the yard upkeep or shoveling in the bitter cold, or in-home fixes and repairs. And you have to answer to a landlord, on their terms and their time. Some repairs or problems can’t wait. So, what’s the price you pay? There’s a reason people say, “You’re just throwing money away! Don’t you want your money to go towards something? Something you own?!” Yet, maybe you’re not the settling-down type of person. In that case, renting may be for you.

Owning

Sure, there are challenges like being responsible for home repairs, yard upkeep and sidewalk maintenance. But remember you can also do what…

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